Kaka'ako Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
After visiting Kaka'ako Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Honolulu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Waikiki Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Waikiki Beach, a popular beach in Honolulu. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
Pearl Harbor
Explore the great outdoors at Pearl Harbor, a popular spot to commune with nature in Western Honolulu. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Top hotels in Kaka'ako
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Amazing staff, room, amenities, and atmosphere!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Really cool location. Lots of on resort options for everything but also just tons of stuff within a half hour walk. Room was great. I had a "resort view" room but I still have a cool view of the ocean and sunset. Staff were all super friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The room was very clean and nice. All the staff was friendly and courteous. The room was spacious and well maintained.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Polite, and great staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Clean rooms, friendly staff, breakfast is healthy with a some verity. Including Fresh fruits, and salad. Breakfast at lima is delicious. Laundry room is in the basement and at a reasonable price. The beach is right up the street, and so are the shops. Walking around at any time felt so safe. I suggest ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Twin Fin Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kaka'ako
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Queen Emma Summer Palace and Royal Mausoleum State Monument.
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Kaka'ako Travel Guide
- Neal S. Blaisdell Center
- Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
- Kaka‘ako Farmers’ Market
- Honolulu Police Department's Museum
- Hawaii Opera Theater
- Pearl Harbor
- Ala Moana Center
- Honolulu Harbor
- Waikiki Beach Walk
- Royal Hawaiian Center
- International Market Place
- Honolulu Zoo
- Diamond Head
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Kualoa Beach Park
- Ko Olina Marina
- Ala Moana Beach Park
- Kuhio Beach
- Kaneohe Bay
- Waimanalo Beach
- Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park
